Best Nintendo Games in 2021

Aug 31, 2021



The Nintendo Company is one of the most successful gaming companies in the world, and it’s not hard to see why. With games like Mario Kart, The Legend of Zelda, Super Smash Bros., Pokemon Go!, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp; they have proven that they can make games for gamers of all ages. Nintendo has always been a leader in game development with its first video game console launched in 1983 introducing us to Donkey Kong and Mario Brothers. But what about 2021? Below is a list of 5 of the best Nintendo games in 2021.

1) Super Smash Bros Ultimate


Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is a game that has been met with an overwhelming positive response. This game not only features the original characters, but also includes new ones. The recent release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate proves just how much Nintendo still cares about its fans and followers.

2) Animal Crossing: New Horizons


Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a game that you can play on your Nintendo Switch. It uses the classic Animal Crossing theme and has new features. You will get to make friends with new animals, create clothes and items, and more!

3) Pokemon Sword and Shield


Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield are the newest addition to the Pokémon franchise. A ton of new features have been added that not only make this game stand out from previous games, but also makes it more interesting than ever before. The graphics in this game are stunning.

4) Luigi's Mansion 3


Luigi's Mansion 3 is the next installment in the Luigi's Mansion franchise. This newest game will include some new features and some that have been around since the first Luigi’s Mansion was released, but still keeps everything fresh. The game is a PlayStation 4 exclusive, and will allow gamers to explore more of Luigi’s mansion and even have some experience outside.

5) Super Mario Maker 2


Super Mario Maker 2 is a sequel to 2015's Super Mario Maker. It features new items such as Starshrooms, Cloud Mushrooms, Koopa Clown Car, Propeller Mushrooms, and many more. New game modes include Challenge Mode, where players race to create a level based on certain criteria that gets increasingly difficult with each course; Remix 10, which gives the player ten seconds to navigate through ten very short levels chosen at random; and Event Courses where new levels are released monthly.

Bonus: Most Anticipated Nintendo Game of 2022


The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 is a sequel to the classic video game from 2017. The title will be available in 2022 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. In this new addition, players will be able to explore much more of Hyrule and fight new enemies.